Environmental Services Assistant

American Addiction Centers•Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County - 3400 Union Ave, WI

8d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Assistant is responsible for maintaining assigned Operating Room (OR) suites, ancillary areas, department areas, and clinic areas in a clean, neat, and sanitary manner. This role involves cleaning all assigned areas according to established procedures, replenishing supplies, collecting and sanitizing waste, and ensuring a safe and attractive environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The position also includes performing preventative maintenance on hard surfaces and carpets, operating various equipment, and using chemicals and solutions safely according to departmental policies. Additionally, the assistant will contribute to the department's productivity and efficient operations, promote effective interpersonal relationships, and demonstrate commitment to professional growth through training and development.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.
No previous experience necessary.
CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

Clean all assigned areas utilizing established department procedures.
Clean assigned carts and equipment daily; ensures all items are returned in an orderly manner.
Replenish supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, etc. Request supplies and equipment as needed.
Routinely collect waste; sanitize all garbage cans on an on-going basis.
Observe and follow Standard Precaution, Infection Control, OSHA, Accrediting Organization, IDPH and departmental policies and procedures.
Clean or sanitize after emergence spills as requested.
Ensure a safe, clean, attractive environment for patients, staff, and visitors at all times.
Wash hands thoroughly throughout the day; follow and adhere to hospital policy.
Promote patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
Maintain all assigned O.R. suites, ancillary areas, department areas, and clinic areas and corridors with the correct preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in department policy as requested.
Operate various equipment following department procedures.
Use chemicals and solutions following department policy.
Keep work area in an orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Use appropriate procedures following OR room turnover.
Thoroughly sanitize OR bed for turnover and make beds with clean linen in accordance with department procedures.
Thoroughly sanitize entire OR for turnover, utilizing established department guidelines and productivity measures.
Use appropriate germicide in disinfecting rooms.
Perform hard surface floor and carpet care in all assigned areas following appropriate departmental procedures.
Identify types of soiling and/or spotting and utilize proper solutions as outlined in department policy and procedures with no documented incidents of misuse.
Handle chemicals and solutions following department policy.
Ensure that all chemicals and solutions are in properly labeled containers.
Adhere to safety regulations as outlined in department policy and procedures.
Assist in enhancing productivity and efficient operations of the department.
Exhibit timely, satisfactory completion of all assignments.
Exercise initiative, seeking additional tasks from supervisor or other staff members when time permits.
Promote effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships, maintaining professional conduct at all times.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with members of the organization.
Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude to patients, families, and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Display patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
Present department in a positive manner to all contacts.
Maintain courteous and pleasant attitude to patients' families and visitors.
Utilize appropriate department chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances, or problems.
Demonstrate commitment to professional growth.
Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and in-services.
Follow written goals and objectives and review annually with supervisor.
Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation.
Inspect and utilize judgment in determining which cleaning techniques outlined in orientation guidelines to follow.
Analyze floor or carpet conditions and determine proper cleaning techniques, following department procedures.
Maintain hard surface floors and carpets following departmental procedures.
Maintain responsibility for attendance and punctuality.
Maintain proper attendance requirements as outlined in department policy and procedures.
Plan for special days off in advance and give appropriate notice to supervisor per department policy and procedure.
Request vacation time in accordance with department policy.
Provide adequate notice to supervisory personnel in accordance with department policy.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in career development
Base compensation within the listed pay range
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program